NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 15, 2026
The government has begun consultations with costume designers and other creatives as Guyana prepares for Mashramani 2026, aimed at strengthening the country's cultural celebrations and expanding opportunities within the creative sector.
The consultation gave designers a chance to share their views and put forward ideas on how Mashramani can be further developed going into the coming year.
The minister with responsibility for the creative sector spoke at the session, highlighting opportunities ahead for Guyana's creative industry, particularly with the upcoming CARIFESTA XVI and the government's continued focus on the orange economy.
The minister said Guyana's creative talent has a chance to reach an even bigger stage, and stressed the need to create space for young and emerging designers to innovate, collaborate and grow.
The government said it remains committed to creating meaningful opportunities for Guyanese creatives and positioning the sector to contribute to the growth of the country's creative economy.
Officials indicated that further engagement with designers and other stakeholders in the creative industry is expected as preparations for Mashramani 2026 continue.
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By LRTVS NewsWatch · Channel 10. This report first aired on LRTVS NewsWatch.
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